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Alabama head coach Rob Vaughn watches from the dugout against Texas A&M at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on April 19, 2024.

Rob Vaughn to continue developing ‘Pack’ offense this season

Elijah Burks, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

When Alabama hired Rob Vaughn from Maryland in June of 2023 to be the team’s head baseball coach, he brought plenty of new things to the Crimson Tide program, one of which was his “Pack” offense. The...

Alabama baseball players talk in the dugout against Texas A&M at Thomas-Sewell Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on April 20, 2024.

Alabama baseball looks to improve in season opener against Bradley

Cameron Joyce, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Alabama begins its opening series against the Bradley University Braves on Friday. Head coach Rob Vaughn will look to improve in his second season with the Crimson Tide following a 33-24 season in 2024.  Bradley...

Alabama pitcher Riley Quick (#4) pitches against Manhattan College at Thomas-Sewell Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Feb. 17, 2024.

Best players returning to Alabama baseball in 2025

Elijah Burks, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

The road to Omaha begins for Alabama baseball on Friday. Here are the biggest pieces returning to the Crimson Tide this season. Justin Lebron, infielder Few would doubt Lebron is the prime returner...

Fans support the Alabama baseball team from right field in Thomas-Sewell Stadium.

Alabama baseball student section creates a unique home field advantage

Samuel Prestipino, Assistant Sports Editor February 14, 2025

One of the unique aspects of attending an Alabama baseball game at Sewell-Thomas Stadium is hearing the hollers and chants echoing out of right field.  The smell of beer, snacks and fresh-cut grass...

Alabama infielder Mari Hubbard (#81) joins in a huddle against Western Michigan at Hillenbrand Stadium in Tucson, AZ on Feb. 9, 2025.

‘Always been my dream’: Mari Hubbard’s journey to Alabama softball

Elijah Burks, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

As the No. 22-ranked recruit in the class of 2024, infielder Mari Hubbard knew she would have plenty of colleges looking to have her talent on their teams. But for Hubbard, there was only one place...

Brady Neal joined Alabama via the transfer portal in July.

Brady Neal brings veteran leadership to Alabama’s catcher position

Davis Cornell, Contributing Writer February 14, 2025

The Crimson Tide baseball team added a veteran presence to the starting lineup when it landed catcher Brady Neal via the transfer portal in July.  Neal was selected in the 17th round of the 2022 MLB...

Alabama tennis player Margaux Maquet swings against Georgia Tech at Roberta Alison Baumgardner Tennis Facility in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on Feb. 11, 2025.

Alabama women’s tennis wins intense 4-3 match over Georgia Tech

Elijah Burks, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

Alabama women’s tennis won a nail-biter 4-3 against Georgia Tech on Tuesday, moving the Crimson Tide’s record to 3-2 on the season. “I’m super proud of the team. I think everyone showed up,”...

Alabama forward Aaliyah Nye (#32) takes a shot at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, MS on Feb. 9, 2025.

Good, bad, ugly: Alabama women’s basketball 2-game road trip

Elijah Burks, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

It was a successful road trip for No. 21 Alabama, with the team defeating Florida 84-66 last Thursday and Mississippi State 80-60 on Sunday. Here is the good, the bad and the ugly for the Crimson Tide...

Alabama head coach Nate Oats sits on the set of College Gameday before the game against Tennessee at Coleman Coliseum on March 2, 2024.

ESPN’s College Gameday to return for Alabama-Auburn showdown

Courtney Larrimore, Sports Editor February 12, 2025

ESPN’s College Gameday will return to Coleman Coliseum for a second straight year on Saturday for the top 5 brawl between No. 1 Auburn and No. 2 Alabama. Here is everything fans should know before...

Alabama guard Mark Sears (#1) looks down the court against Texas at Moody Center in Austin, TX on Feb. 11, 2024.

Clifford Omoruyi, Mark Sears named to award watch lists

Graham Baakko, Contributing Writer February 12, 2025

Two starters from Alabama men’s basketball are up for prestigious college basketball awards for their performances this season. Alabama starting center Clifford Omoruyi has been named to the Naismith...

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson (#15) warms up before the game against Mercer at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Nov. 16, 2024.

How the hiring of Ryan Grubb as OC affects Alabama’s quarterback battle in 2025

Fisher Isbell, Contributing Writer February 12, 2025

Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer made a significant hire on Feb. 2, bringing in former Broyles Award semifinalist Ryan Grubb as offensive coordinator to replace Nick Sheridan.  The hiring of...

Alabama guard Mark Sears (#1) celebrates against Auburn at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Jan. 24, 2024.

Rivalry renewed: The history of the Iron Bowl of Basketball, how 2025 editions could be historic

Fisher Isbell, Contributing Writer February 12, 2025

No. 2 Alabama men’s basketball will host No. 1  Auburn on Saturday, the first of two annual regular season contests between the teams.  Saturday’s game will be the 171st overall meeting between...